Saiyaara Surpasses Kantara 2 and Becomes Google’s Most-Searched Movie of 2025 in India

Directed by Mohit Suri, Saiyaara became a breakout phenomenon that captivated audiences across India. Its strong connect with young viewers, soulful music, and the impressive performances of debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda played a major role in its soaring popularity. The film generated massive online buzz, ultimately becoming the most searched Indian movie on Google in 2025.

Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1, the highly anticipated prequel to Rishab Shetty’s 2022 blockbuster Kantara, generated massive excitement long before its release. The film’s striking visuals, mythic world-building, and powerful cultural setting sparked widespread curiosity. A song by Diljit Dosanjh, along with the gripping trailer and posters, further fueled the buzz. Rishab Shetty’s expanding cinematic vision, the film’s mystery-laden narrative, and its deep-rooted cultural themes made it one of the most discussed films of the year.

Coolie, starring superstar Rajinikanth, holds strong at No. 3. The film’s high-octane action and Thalaivar’s commanding screen presence made it one of the most talked-about releases of the year. With chart-topping music by Anirudh Ravichander, Coolie dominated fan discussions and trended across social media for weeks. Rajinikanth’s powerful return to the mass-action genre pushed the film to the top of search results and with Coolie 2 already in production, the buzz shows no signs of slowing down.

War 2, one of the most awaited entries in YRF’s spy universe, follows closely at No. 4. The film generated massive search interest months ahead of its release, thanks to Hrithik Roshan being joined by Telugu superstar Jr. NTR and Kiara Advani. Jr. NTR’s Bollywood debut especially thrilled fans. Throughout the year, the movie remained a hot topic online due to casting buzz, crossover universe speculations, and constant rumor-driven discussions.

Many were surprised to see Sanam Teri Kasam resurface at No. 5. Originally released in 2016, the film made an unexpected comeback when it was re-released in February 2025. Starring Pakistani actress Mawra Hocane and Harshvardhan Rane, the romantic drama turned into a surprise hit, collecting ₹31.9 crore in just 12 days. A renewed love for its music and a revived fanbase reignited conversations around the film, driving high search traffic and boosting interest in its upcoming sequel.

Marco, starring Fahadh Faasil and Unni Mukundan, became a breakout favorite among cinephiles for its dark narrative, gripping performances, and strong festival buzz. Though originally released in 2024, the film witnessed a massive surge in searches following its OTT debut in February this year. This neo-noir action thriller went on to become the highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time.

The fifth installment of the comedy franchise features a massive star cast including Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Fardeen Khan, Shreyas Talpade, Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, Dino Morea, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, Chitrangada Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Soundarya Sharma, Chunky Pandey, Nikitin Dheer, and Johnny Lever. Backed by large-scale marketing and its impressive ensemble, Tarun Mansukhani’s film generated strong buzz. Its chart-topping item number, Laal Pari, further amplified the hype.